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Learn to Sew an Empire Waist Dress

Create the perfect summer dress in this engaging online sewing class featuring the Siahra Empire Waist Dress pattern. Master techniques for sewing adjustable straps, creating a gathered neckline, and achieving the perfect empire waist fit. This midi-length dress combines style with practical sewing skills, teaching you how to work with facings and bias tape finishes. Perfect for sewists looking to expand their dress-making skills while creating a versatile wardrobe staple.

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Welcome!

Sew the Siahra dress along with us! This midi-length dress has an empire waist, adjustable straps, and a clever casing creates a gathered neckline. The front is finished with a facing, and the underarms and back neckline are finished with single-fold bias tape.

In this class, you’ll learn:


  • How to pick the right fabric

  • Tips for gathering

  • How to attach single fold bias tape

  • How to make the adjustable bra straps

  • Plus, see each step from the instructions in action

Learn to Sew an Empire Waist Dress

Here’s what you’ll need for this project:


  • Siahra pattern

  • All-purpose polyester sewing thread

  • Sewing machine needle

  • Two 1/2” (10 mm) bra slides

  • Two 1/2” (10 mm) bra rings

  • 1 3/8 yards (1.2 meters) of 1/2” (10 mm) single fold bias tape

  • Small safety pin

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